Zamora extends Hammers contract

Sunday 8 January 2006 00:10 BST

West Ham striker Bobby Zamora has extended his contract at Upton Park until 2011.

The former Tottenham forward has already scored five goals this season despite Alan Pardew's side making a poor start to the Barclays Premiership campaign. And the 25-year-old has been rewarded with a new deal.

He told the club's website, whufc.co.uk: "I'm delighted to have extended my contract and I'm now looking forward to spending my long-term future at Upton Park."

He added: "I've been here for almost three years now, and there is really no other place I would rather be. This is my club and wearing a claret and blue shirt is all I have ever wanted to do.

"Personally, the season has started well for me and, although results haven't been great recently, I'm confident that the team will get back to winning ways soon.

"The spirit among the squad is still excellent and we are all working hard to turn things around. As long as we stay focused and believe in ourselves, I'm sure the results will come soon."